The torch relay for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics will start in Atlanta, the site of the last U.S. Summer Games in 1996, and will travel through all 50 states, as announced by organizers. The Olympic flame will be lit in Olympia, Greece, and will begin its U.S. journey in spring 2028. The full route will be revealed in 2027. The relay is set to be one of the largest in Olympic history, featuring stops at iconic landmarks and major events, with festival celebrations in select cities. LA28 chair Casey Wasserman emphasized the honor of sharing the flame with the entire country. Atlanta Mayor Andre Dickens expressed pride in welcoming the flame back, highlighting the city’s growth since 1996. The Paralympic torch relay will follow the Olympics, starting in Stoke Mandeville, England. Both relays will be sponsored by major companies like Coca-Cola and JPMorganChase.
QUESTION: How might the torch relay through all 50 states impact national unity and excitement for the 2028 Olympics?
